Core Insights - The challenges faced by Chinese companies in overseas influencer marketing include difficulties in finding, communicating with, and negotiating with influencers, leading to a perception of the overseas market as "unfamiliar" and "difficult" [1] - The overseas influencer marketing environment is characterized by a lack of transparency in pricing and performance metrics, making it hard for Chinese MCNs to provide effective services to brands [1][2] - The shift in collaboration models between brands and influencers has led to a reliance on free samples and commission-based partnerships, resulting in inconsistent performance and quality of content [2][3] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The overseas influencer market is marked by influencers who prioritize freedom and often do not adhere to strict contractual obligations, contrasting with the more controlled environment in China [1][4] - Many brands resort to a "scattergun" approach, sending products to numerous influencers in hopes of achieving results, which has led to a decline in the quality of content produced [2][3] - The lack of effective collaboration frameworks has resulted in influencers adopting a "lazy" approach, producing minimal effort content in exchange for free products [3] Group 2: MCN Challenges - Many American MCNs lack the ability to control content and provide brand services, functioning more as intermediaries rather than full-service partners [4][5] - The high barriers to entry and legal constraints in the U.S. make it difficult for MCNs to establish deep relationships with influencers, leading to a lack of commitment from both parties [4][5] - The experience of domestic MCNs in China does not easily translate to success in the U.S. market, where influencers often have different expectations and demands [4][5] Group 3: Pricing and Collaboration Models - There is a significant gap in understanding pricing and value between Chinese brands and American influencers, complicating collaboration efforts [7][10] - The current trend shows that brands are more inclined towards commission-based collaborations, which often leads to lower engagement and commitment from influencers [10] - The introduction of a performance-based system by platforms like TikTok Shop aims to help brands select suitable influencers, indicating a move towards a more structured approach in the influencer marketing landscape [11]
中国式红人运营，难管美国“李佳琦”
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